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Students
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,500
Per year
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Building Design | Building Technology | Construction Management
Area of study
Architecture and Construction
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 17,500
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-01-01-
2025-09-01-
About Program

Program Overview


Study with us

Courses

  • Undergraduate
  • Postgraduate
  • Postgraduate research
  • College courses and apprenticeships
  • Short courses and CPD
  • Degree apprenticeships
  • Distance learning at ARU

Apply

  • How to apply - undergraduate
  • How to apply - postgraduate taught
  • How to apply - college courses
  • Admissions process
  • Interviews, auditions and portfolios

Discover

  • Open Days
  • Teaching excellence
  • Schools and colleges
  • ARU in the community

Writtle College

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Student life

Explore

  • Our campuses
  • Accommodation
  • Open Days
  • School and College taster days

Prepare

  • Student finance
  • Money advice and support
  • Choosing where to live: campus or home
  • Before you get here
  • Welcome Week for university students
  • Induction Week for college students
  • Starting your course
  • Information for parents

Support

  • Careers and employability
  • World-class facilities
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Study skills
  • Disability and neurodiversity support
  • Information and support for specific student groups

Experience

  • ARU Students’ Union
  • Sport
  • Global opportunities
  • Learn a language
  • Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy (AREA)

International

Studying at ARU

  • Courses for international students
  • Opportunities for visiting international students
  • International student support
  • English language support
  • Global partnerships

Applying to ARU

  • How to apply
  • Entry requirements
  • Important dates and deadlines
  • Fees, funding and scholarships
  • Immigration
  • Information by region
  • Contact the International Office
  • Information for EU/EEA and Swiss students

Arriving at ARU

  • Before you arrive
  • Planning your travel
  • International Orientation Programme

Research

Postgraduate research

  • Postgraduate research
  • Types of degrees we offer
  • How to apply for a research programme
  • Postgraduate research student finance
  • Postgraduate research degree enquiries

Why research at ARU?

  • Why research at ARU?
  • Why do a research degree at ARU?
  • Health, Performance and Wellbeing
  • Safe and Inclusive Communities
  • Sustainable Futures

Impact and case studies

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Business and employers

Develop your business

  • Funding opportunities
  • Innovation and business support
  • Arise Innovation Hubs
  • Conference and meeting room hire

Develop your people

  • Short courses and CPD
  • Degree Apprenticeships for employers
  • PhDs at work

Student and graduate talent

  • Access our student and graduate talent
  • Advertise graduate jobs and internships
  • Making social impact - SHoKE
  • Work with students on business projects
  • Work placements for ARU students

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Alumni and supporters

Recent graduates

  • Your graduation ceremony
  • College celebration events

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  • Alumni benefits and services
  • Career development
  • Opportunities for alumni to get involved

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  • Ways to give

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Events at ARU

About us

Legal

  • Governance
  • Writtle College governance

History and values

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  • Our history
  • Our vision and values
  • Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Sustainability
  • New Spaces

Jobs

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BSc (Hons) Building Surveying

Course options

  • 3 years
  • 4 years with foundation year
  • 4 years with placement
  • 5 years part-time

Key facts

  • STUDY OPTIONS 3 years
  • START DATES January
  • LOCATION Chelmsford
  • ENTRY UCAS code: K230
  • FEES
    • £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
    • £17,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Teaching and assessment

Year 1

  • BIM and Dimensional Control (30 credits)
  • Technology and Structures (30 credits)
  • Health and Safety Project Control and Resourcing (30 credits)
  • Law and Economics (30 credits)
  • Into ARU

Year 2

  • Management Practice (15 credits)
  • Project Administration (15 credits)
  • Building Inspection and Analysis
  • Property and Land Law (15 credits)
  • Advanced Technology and Environmental Impact (30 credits)
  • Building Surveying Documentation (15 credits)
  • Ruskin Module (15 credits)

Year 3

  • Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings (15 credits)
  • Building Surveying Practice I (15 credits)
  • Building Surveying Practice 2 (15 credits)
  • Building Pathology (15 credits)
  • Project Evaluation and Development (15 credits)
  • Risk, Value and Environmental Impact (15 credits)
  • Major Project (Surveying) (30 credits)

Facilities

  • Design and AutoCAD studios
  • Materials and testing laboratory
  • Environmental science and design laboratory
  • Surveying laboratory
  • Extensive library and IT resources

Accreditation

  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Careers

  • Building surveyor
  • Construction manager
  • Project manager
  • Quantity surveyor
  • Architect

Entry requirements

  • 112 UCAS Tariff points
  • 4 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths
  • If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University

Fees and paying for university

  • £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • £17,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • Additional costs:
    • General stationary and a calculator - £100
    • Travel expenses to survey sites around Chelmsford - £60

Apply

  • Apply through UCAS
  • Apply direct
  • Apply online

Program Outline

Outline:

  • Hands-on program focused on building surveying
  • Develop skills in all aspects of surveying buildings, including defect recognition, technical problem identification, and construction analysis
  • Industry-standard facilities include AutoCAD studios, testing labs, and surveying equipment
  • Live Briefs engage students with regional industry partners to solve real-life building surveying problems
  • Strong industry links enhance employability upon graduation
  • Optional placement year for practical experience
  • International Study Opportunities
  • Option to study the course with foundation year.

Assessment:

  • Exams
  • Project designs
  • Presentations
  • Role-play
  • Essays
  • Report writing
  • Group work

Teaching:

  • Experienced tutors
  • Personal Development Tutors for ongoing support
  • Industry-informed course content
  • Live Briefs and Ruskin Modules foster employability skills and career development
  • Employability and Careers Service provides guidance on CV writing, job applications, and career planning
  • Students at the Heart of Knowledge Exchange (SHoKE) program offers opportunities for volunteering and social impact
  • 24/7 access to online Careers Centre for career planning and resource exploration

Careers:

  • Skilled Building Surveying graduates are in high demand
  • Graduates can pursue roles as building surveyors, advising clients on new builds, listed buildings, and historic structures
  • Hands-on course experience and industry connections enhance employability
  • Graduates are prepared for the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) to become Chartered Surveyors
  • Postgraduate degree options allow for further knowledge development and specialization

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:


UK students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)

  • £9,250

International students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)

  • £15,000

UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

  • £9,250

International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

  • £16,700

Additional course and living costs


General stationary and a calculator

  • £100

Travel expenses to survey sites around Chelmsford

  • £60

Living at university

  • £7,000–£9,000 per year

Payment

  • You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments.
  • We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter
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Overview:

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.


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Student Life and Campus Experience:

The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.


Key Reasons to Study There:

    Ambition:

    ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.

    Excellence:

    ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.

    Collaboration:

    ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.

    Impact:

    ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.

    Enterprise:

    ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.

    Enthusiasm:

    ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.

Academic Programs:

The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.


Other:

The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent). 4 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.


Language Proficiency Requirements:

If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

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